Program Aide - NY HELPS
Warrensburg, NY · HybridFull-time$56–68K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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The Program Aide provides administrative and programmatic support to several Department of Environmental Conservation programs from its Warrensburg office. The role includes processing permit applications, responding to inquiries and records requests, maintaining files and agency systems, and coordinating meetings and schedules. Telecommuting may be available for up to 50% of the work schedule, to be discussed at interview.
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Full job description
NY HELPS Yes
55-b/c Eligible No
Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of
Title Program Aide - NY HELPS
Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary Grade 13
Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $55817 to $67990 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Internship No
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County Warren
Street Address 232 Golf Course Rd.
City Warrensburg
State NY
Zip Code 12885
Duties Description This position is located in DEC’s Warrensburg office, in the beautiful Adirondack Park. You’ll work in a close-knit office and interact with a variety of environmental professionals who are passionate about New York's natural resources and fostering sustainable development. Apply for this job if you love the region and want a role in improving and protecting it.- Provide administrative and programmatic support to various programs including, but not limited to, Regional Administration, the Division of Environmental Permits, the Division of Mineral Resources, and the Bureau of Habitat. - Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence and documents to ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity and consistency; digitize files; file paper and electronic documents, process incoming and outgoing mail; monitor shared mailboxes; etc. - Respond to general project inquires (by phone, walk-ins or written), jurisdictional reviews for UPA permit types and SEQR lead agency requests.- Receive and log in applications into data systems such as eTrack.- Process minor permit applications.- Conduct jurisdictional wetland determinations in GIS.- Compile site visit summaries.- Assist with the coordination of meetings, delineation field schedules, and compliance scheduling. - Compile emergency authorizations for follow up.- Assist with wetland general permits. - Coordinate and respond to FOIL requests.- Prepare and process expense reports.- Manage records including SharePoint, GIS, and various agency applications.- Order and track inventory of supplies.- Screen incoming phone calls.- May supervise other administrative staff as assigned.- Cover the front desk as a back-up as needed.- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:Non-Competitive qualifications:Three years of experience performing clerical, keyboarding, or paraprofessional work in an office environment.Competitive qualifications:Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DECorReinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.orTransfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 11 or higher and:Transfer eligible under Section 70.1 - permanent competitive service as an Accountant Aide, Accountant Aide Trainee 2, Business Document Specialist 2, Stores & Mail Operations Supervisor, Principal Mail and Supply Clerk, Principal Offset Print Machine Operator, Principal Stores Clerk, Program Aide, Administrative Assistant 1.Additional titles SG 11 or higher which qualify can be found on the Department of Civil Service website, search "GOT-IT".Note: If there are three or more interested candidates on the promotional eligible list, a non-competitive appointment via NY HELPS will not be authorized.
Additional Comments Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:• Holiday & Paid Time Off• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System• Shift & Geographic pay differentials• Affordable Health Care options• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost• NYS Deferred Compensation plan• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds• And many more...For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: [email protected] be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
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Name Amanda Le
Telephone 518-402-9273
Fax 518-402-9038
Email Address [email protected]
Address
Street 625 Broadway
Personnel, 10th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12233
Notes on Applying Please email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-226397 your resume or it may not be accepted.
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